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FDA Devices recall · Reported September 23, 2015

The Leica ASP200S/ASP300S Tissue Processor. Pathology and Hematology Departments. The Leica ASP200S/ASP300S Tissue Processor is an automated system used to process tissue specimens for examination through fixation, dehydration and infiltration.

The Leica ASP200S/ASP300S Tissue Processor have an incorrect internal wiring to the remote alarm plug, which can cause the remote alarm to not function correctly in the case of an…

Recall #
Z-2779-2015
Affected scope
901
Initiated
August 5, 2015
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Leica Microsystems, Inc. recalled The Leica ASP200S/ASP300S Tissue Processor. Pathology and Hematology Departments. The Le… - a low-severity action.

The Leica ASP200S/ASP300S Tissue Processor. Pathology and Hematology Departments. The Le… was recalled by Leica Microsystems, Inc. in September 23, 2015. Reason: The Leica ASP200S/ASP300S Tissue Processor have an incorrect internal wiring to the remote alarm plug, which …. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2779-2015 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Leica Microsystems, Inc. issued this low-severity FDA Devices recall-The Leica ASP200S/ASP300S Tissue Processor have an incorrect internal wiring to the remote alarm plug, which ….

Low
severity level
901 units
affected scope
Class III
classification
September 23, 2015
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2779-2015 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2779-2015) was formally reported on September 23, 2015, with the manufacturer initiating the action on August 5, 2015. It is classified under Low severity (Class III), with a current status of Terminated. Leica Microsystems, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Buffalo Grove, IL. Federal records list the affected scope as 901.

The documented reason for this recall is: The Leica ASP200S/ASP300S Tissue Processor have an incorrect internal wiring to the remote alarm plug, which can cause the remote alarm to not function correctly in the case of an instrument failure. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution - US including U.S. including AZ, CA, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, MN, MO, MT, NC, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OR, PA, TX, VA, WA, WI, WV and District of Columbia. Internationall to AE…. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Low

Affected scope

901

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

The Leica ASP200S/ASP300S Tissue Processor. Pathology and Hematology Departments. The Leica ASP200S/ASP300S Tissue Processor is an automated system used to process tissue specimens for examination through fixation, dehydration and infiltration.

Reason for recall

The Leica ASP200S/ASP300S Tissue Processor have an incorrect internal wiring to the remote alarm plug, which can cause the remote alarm to not function correctly in the case of an instrument failure.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Low (Class III)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-2779-2015
Date reported September 23, 2015
Date initiated August 5, 2015
Recalling firm Leica Microsystems, Inc.
Firm location Buffalo Grove, IL
Affected scope 901
Distribution Worldwide Distribution - US including U.S. including AZ, CA, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, MN, MO, MT, NC, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OR, PA, TX, VA, WA, WI, WV and District of Columbia. Internationall to AE, AT, AU , BD , BE, …

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

901 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

What to do with this recall

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Devices record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The Leica ASP200S/ASP300S Tissue Processor. Pathology and Hematology Departments. The Leica ASP200S/ASP300S Tissue Processor is an automated system used to process tissue specimens for examination through fixation, dehydration and infiltration.. Recalled by Leica Microsystems, Inc.. Units affected: 901.
Why was this product recalled?
The Leica ASP200S/ASP300S Tissue Processor have an incorrect internal wiring to the remote alarm plug, which can cause the remote alarm to not function correctly in the case of an instrument failure.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 23, 2015. Severity: Low. Recall number: Z-2779-2015.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution - US including U.S. including AZ, CA, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, MN, MO, MT, NC, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OR, PA, TX, VA, WA, WI, WV and District of Columbia. Internationall to AE, AT, AU , BD , BE, BF, BG,BR, CA, CL, CN, CO, CR, DE, DK, EC, EG, ES, ET, FI, FR, GB, HU, ID, IN, IT, JM, JP, KR, LK, MA, MT, MY, NL, NZ, PA, PE, PH, PL, PT, RO, RU, SA, SE, SG, TH, TR, TW, VN and ZA..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-2779-2015) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Devices, reported September 23, 2015. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.